Which point on the lower leg is 3 cun inferior to ST-35 and lies one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia?

Which point on the lower leg is 3 cun inferior to ST-35 and lies one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia?

• A. ST 37
• B. ST 36
• C. ST 38
• D. ST 39

Answer: (B)

This question tests precise point location using relative landmarks and a cun measurement. ST-35 sits at the knee crease; three cun directly below it marks ST-36. ST-36 is described as being one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia, meaning it’s just to the outer side of the shinbone’s sharp front edge. That combination—three cun below ST-35 and about one finger-breadth lateral to the tibial crest—identifies Zusanli (ST-36). This is a classic, well-known location on the stomach meridian for a powerful tonifying effect and overall leg- and digestive-related benefits. The other points would not match both the vertical distance from ST-35 and the exact lateral offset from the tibial crest.

This question tests precise point location using relative landmarks and a cun measurement. ST-35 sits at the knee crease; three cun directly below it marks ST-36. ST-36 is described as being one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia, meaning it’s just to the outer side of the shinbone’s sharp front edge. That combination—three cun below ST-35 and about one finger-breadth lateral to the tibial crest—identifies Zusanli (ST-36). This is a classic, well-known location on the stomach meridian for a powerful tonifying effect and overall leg- and digestive-related benefits. The other points would not match both the vertical distance from ST-35 and the exact lateral offset from the tibial crest.